Punchinello, Volume 2, No. 35, November 26, 1870

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Punchinello, Volume 2, No. 35, November 26, 1870" is a humorous and satirical weekly periodical produced during the late 19th century. This publication captures a blend of comic narratives, social commentary, and illustrated content that reflects the societal norms and eccentricities of the time, likely through the lens of its varied contributors. The opening portion introduces us to a croquet game set in the front yard of Mrs. Timothy Ladle in Indiana. We meet a colorful cast of characters, including the austere widow Mrs. Ladle and her brother-in-law, the Hon. Michael Ladle, as well as Miss Belinda Ladle, who instigates the game with a playful air of dominance. The text soon reveals a lively and comedic tone as the characters engage in humorous banter. With the croquet match as a backdrop, the dynamics of social interactions and the playful rivalry among the participants set the stage for unfolding absurdities and comedic situations. The introduction hints at a larger narrative of societal satire, exploring themes of family, rivalry, and the quirks of social gatherings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Joshua Hutchinson, Steve Schulze and PG Distributed Proofreaders

Notes:

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punchinello

Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2003-11-01